Advisory Council
Share, learn, and collaborate
Peer to peer collaboration for business professionals who manage their internal telecom, mobility, and cloud / IT management environments. Our members are responsible for:
- Innovation
- Strategy
- Operations
- Finance
- Vendor Management
Why join
Technology management excellence starts with the people
The Advisory Council facilitates engagement to drive new opportunities for all.
Members collaborate on topics related to their jobs – what works, what doesn’t, and why. This collaboration helps members grow and succeed, and it informs AOTMP about training and certification topics to develop that will take personal success to the next level.
- Newsletters with content created from peer experiences and insights
- Live, online meetings with panels, presentations, and roundtable discussions covering topics you request
- Exclusive no-vendor group with active participation
- Leverage the member community – connect to talk about interests, solve problems, seek job advice, identify new career opportunities, etc.
- Recognized as an exclusive Advisory Council member with your picture on the Advisory Council web page
Collaborate
Tap into the collective expertise of other members
- Participate in live online meetings with your peers
- Share your accomplishments (projects, implementations, migrations, etc.)
- Share a success story or case study
- Participate in panel discussions
- Contribute perspectives in monthly member polls
- Be a subject matter expert for training and certification content
- Mentor others on skills and topics you have mastered
- Seek opinions from other members
- Advance your career experiences
Upcoming meetings
Join us online on the 2nd Wednesday of each month
Member Interview and Q&A
Jermaine Cobbs, Senior Manager, Technology Customer Experience – North America at Invesco Ltd, will share his experience and insights on corporate trends (hardware, software, hybrid work), working with the C-suite and tech leaders, and his career journey
Member Interview and Q&A
Tommy Vaughn, Connectivity Telecom Program Specialist Internet, Wi-Fi, Cable TV Services US&P for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, will share insights on the value of building relationships and partnerships with internal customers and vendors.
Member Roundtable Discussion Topics
Shadow IT: Creating visibility and establishing control.
- What are common reasons employees turn to unauthorized software or services in the workplace?
- What tools do you use to discover and map unauthorized applications and services?
- Once Shadow IT has been identified, what steps would you take to establish control without stifling innovation or productivity?
- What proactive measures have you implemented to reduce the likelihood of
- Shadow IT emerging in the first place?
How might IT departments better collaborate with other business units to address the root causes of Shadow IT?
Talent Gaps & Skills Shortages: Finding and retaining skilled technology management professionals.
- In your experience, what are the most critical skills gaps today?
- What strategies have you implemented for attracting top technology management talent in a competitive job market?
- What made it effective?
How do you approach continuous learning and skills development for technology management professionals in your organization? Can you provide an example of a successful upskilling initiative you’ve led? - In your opinion, what are the most effective retention strategies for skilled technology management professionals? How do you balance competitive compensation with other factors like work culture and career growth opportunities?
- How do you leverage technology, such as AI and data analytics, in your talent management processes to identify skills gaps, improve recruitment, and enhance retention of technology management professionals?
- November 13, 2024 | 12pm to 1pm ET
- December 11, 2024 | 12pm to 1pm ET
- January 8, 2025 | 12pm to 1pm ET
Recent discussion topics
- Member Success Story: Empowering Employees To Do Their Best Work
- Taxes, Surcharges & Fees
- Mobile Management Trends
- Landline Obsolescence
- Member Success Story: Eliminating Landlines
- Member Success Story: Driving Peak Efficiency
- Cost Optimization Priorities & Best Practices
- AI Adoption Trends
- SaaS Governance Best Practices
- Account & Relationship Management Best Practices
- Deployment & Implementation Best Practices
- Sourcing & Procurement Challenges & Opportunities
- Ideal Learning Experiences
- Fostering a Culture of Learning
- Professional Development Insights
Welcome to our latest members!
Application process
There is no cost for professionals directing, managing, or actively participating in the technology management activities of their employer and who are active participants in the Council.
Activities may include but are not limited to IT Souring & Procurement, Expense Management, IT Finance, Help Desk, Network Management, Security, AI, and Mobility Management.
No vendor personnel will be approved.
Please have a headshot ready when you apply.
